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INST T ALLAT T ION I I NST T RUCT T IONS
P P relim m in n ary N N otes B B efore I I n n stallation n
This appliance is an Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance that provides radiant
warmth utilising the latest type burner technology.
The fire is designed to fit various types of fireplaces and natural draught flues as
listed in the Installation Requirements.
The appliance must be installed by a competent person in accordance with
Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998. It is strongly recommended
that a CORGI registered engineer be used for this purpose.
Read all these instructions before commencing installation.
This appliance must be installed in accordance with the rules in force and only
used in a sufficiently ventilated space.
The appliance is designed for installation on to a non-combustible hearth of at
least 300mm depth.
This appliance is factory set for operation on the gas type, and at the pressure
stated on the appliance data plate.
This appliance is available in either a manual (rotary) version, or a battery pow-
ered remote control version. These instructions cover both control options. See
the relevant section of these instructions for further details.
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- Page 1 INST T ALLAT T ION I I NST T RUCT T IONS P P relim m in n ary N N otes B B efore I I n n stallation n This appliance is an Inset Live Fuel Effect appliance that provides radiant warmth utilising the latest type burner technology.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Sec c tion Contents s Pag g e N N o. Sec c tion Contents s Pag g e N N o. Important Notes 11.0 Fitting the Firebox Appliance Data 11.1 Installation by Cable Fixing Kit Installation Requirements 11.2 Gas Connection Site Requirements 12.0 Fuel Bed Layout (coal versions) -
Page 3: Appliance Data
APPLIANCE D D ATA Manual Control Version Remote Control Version Gas Group G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H G20 Natural Gas CAT I2H Inlet Pressure 20 mbar 20 mbar Max Energy Input (gross) 6.8 kW 6.8 kW Min Energy Input (gross) 3.5 kW 3.5 kW Pilot Energy Input (gross) -
Page 4: Site Requirements
SITE R R EQUIREMENTS The fireplace opening should be inspected and repairs made where necessary. Any chair brick or fireback may be left in place, providing that the dimensional requirements for debris collection and spigot clearance are met. The opening WIDTH and HEIGHT dimensions should be between 375mm and 450mm wide, and 540mm (see note b b elow) to 575mm high. -
Page 5: Debris Collection Space
SITE R R EQUIREMENTS ( ( continued) Any type of fire surround used with this appliance must be adequately sealed to the wall and floor. A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions given below. -
Page 6: Prefabricated Flue Boxes
PREFABRICATED F F LUE B B OXES This appliance can be fitted into a number of proprietary flue boxes, provided that the minimum dimensions given in the diagram below are complied with. The flue outlet of the fire must n n ot obscure the flue outlet from the flue box. -
Page 7: Component Checklist
COMPONENT C C HECKLIST QUA A NTITY DESCRIPTION Firebox and burner tray assembly. Decorative frame, one of several finishes. Cast front fret with separate ashpan cover, one of several designs and finishes. Moulded ceramic fibre combustion matrix. Individual ceramic coals (Coal option only). Individual ceramic pebbles (Pebble option only). -
Page 8: Preparing The Opening
PREPARING T T HE A A PPLIANCE ( ( continued) SPIGOT R R ESTRICTOR: If installing the fire into a Class 1 or good Class 2 flue, attach the spig- ot restrictor to the rear of the appliance using the screws provided. If the spigot restrictor is provided already fitted to the fire (stitch bend join) simply bend up into position in the flue outlet of the fire. -
Page 9: Fitting The Firebox
10.0 GAS S S UPPLY R R OUTING ( ( continued) The gas pipe must be suitably protected where it passes through fireplace openings. Any sleeving should be sealed to the pipe at its ends. To comply with current installation codes, it is essential that the supply pipe is fitted with an appliance isolator valve (e.g. -
Page 10: Gas Connection
GAS CONNECTION 11.2 Refit the burner tray into the firebox, fit the two screws through the locating holes in the tray legs, and tighten. Purge the gas supply thoroughly to remove air and dirt/debris BEFORE connection. Now connect the previously installed gas supply to the control tap and tighten all joints. -
Page 11: Fuel Bed Layout (Pebble Versions)
12.0 FUEL BED LAYOUT Coal E E ffect O O ption(continued) 4. Take five more moulded coals and position as shown to form the ‘second row’ of the fuel effect. The coals may be rotated as desired to fit into the gaps between the coal sup- ports in order to create a random, realistic effect. - Page 12 12.1 FUEL BED LAYOUT Pebble E E ffect O O ption ( ( Continued) 2. Open the bag of 16 ceramic pebbles. All of these pebbles are the same. Take five pebbles and place them as shown. Care should be taken to ensure that the pebbles bridge the gap between the front strip and the four supports at the front of the matrix.
- Page 13 12.2 FUEL BED LAYOUT Log E E ffect O O ption 1. Refer back to section 12.0 - Fuel bed layout (coal effect option) and follow steps 1 and 2. The fuel effect matrix used for log effect versions is the same design as coal effect versions, but has a different surface finish.
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Page 14: Testing & Commissioning
FITTING THE DECORATIVE FRAME AND FRONT 13.0 The appliance is supplied with a decorative frame in a variety of finishes. The frame is held onto the firebox by one of two methods; either by mag- netic pieces fitted to the steel backing plates, or as a three piece clip-on assembly. - Page 15 14.2 OPERATING T T HE F F IRE ( ( remote c c ontrol v v ersions) Continued Continue pressing down the knob while turning further to the left to activate the piezo spark, continue to hold the knob down for a further 10 seconds after the pilot has been lit. If the pilot does not light repeat the previous steps.
- Page 16 14.5 SETTING PRESSURE Continued The fire is factory set to achieve these pressures, and any significant variation could indicate a supply problem. If the pressure is too high, the gas supply meter may be set incorrectly. This should be checked with the fire run- ning and if necessary reset by the gas supplier.
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Page 17: Servicing
14.8 BRIEFING T T HE C C USTOMER All instructions must be handed to the user for safekeeping. Show t t he c c us s tomer h h ow t t o l l ig g ht a a nd c c ontrol t t he f f ire . After commissioning the appliance, the customer should be instructed on the safe use of the appliance and the need for regular servicing. - Page 18 15.2 REMOVING T T HE F F IREBOX Remove the fire-tray as previously described. Uncoil the fixing kit cables from the rear of the firebox, remove the screwed nipples and tensioning adjusters. The firebox can now be withdrawn from the opening and outwards onto the protected hearth.
- Page 19 16.0 TROUBLESHOOTING G G UIDE Fire s s parks s b b ut p p ilot d d oes s n n ot l l ig g ht No gas to fire, check isolators are open. Pipework blockage, clean out. Air not fully purged, re-purge supply or wait longer.
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Page 20: User Instructions
USER INST T RUCT T IONS Sec c tion Contents s Pag g e N N o. Important Notes Firefront Clearances to Combustibles Ventilation Operating Instructions Replacing the batteries (remote control versions only) Flue Spillage Monitoring System Cleaning List of Spares IMPORTANT N N OTES The installation of this fire MUST only be carried out by a competent person (such as a CORGI registered fitter) in accordance with the Gas Safety (Installation and Use) Regulations 1998, the relevant British Standards, Codes... - Page 21 FIREFRONT This fire is supplied with a particular style of fire-front. Use of the fire-front will ensure an adequate airflow under the fire-bed for the correct functioning of this appliance. Compliance with safety standards cannot be guaranteed if another style of front is used. CLEARANCES T T O C C OMBUSTIBLES A combustible shelf may be fixed to the wall above the fire, providing that it complies with the dimensions given below.
- Page 22 OPERATING I I NSTRUCTIONS ( ( remote c c ontrol v v ersions) The gas valve has two control knobs ; Turn the main burner control (shown on left hand side of control valve) knob fully anti-clockwise. Turn ignition knob (shown on right hand side of control valve) slightly left towards the ignition position until reach- ing the stop, press down and hold for a few seconds until pilot gas is flowing.
- Page 23 CLEANING Before carrying out any of the following operations, ensure that the fire is OFF and completely cold. Debris that may form on the firebed should be periodically removed by a competent person. Large deposits could indicate deterioration of the flue. This should be repaired by a competent person, and the fire serviced before further use. FIREFRAME - This is retained by one of two methods, either by magnetic backing pieces, or a three piece clip-on assembly.
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